
Ready to take your game to the next level? Learn from amazing athletes and coaches about what makes a true champion, both in the game and in life.
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Course Description
This foundational course introduces students to core principles of leadership through the lens of sports and team dynamics. Discover how legendary teams work together and why some of your favorite athletes are considered such great leaders. Through real-world case studies of notable athletes and teams, students explore essential qualities of successful athletes and leaders, including integrity, communication, resilience, and emotional intelligence, and learn how positive leadership influences team culture and success. The course emphasizes practical skills like supporting teammates, handling challenging situations, and making ethical decisions both on and off the field. Students will develop their own leadership style while learning how great teams function and what makes sports organizations successful. Whether you're team captain, hoping to become one, or just want to be the best teammate possible, this course will help you develop the skills that make a real difference.
Learning Outcomes
By the end of the course, students will be able to:
Final Project
Students will create a "Champion's Playbook" – a personal guide that captures your vision of sports leadership and teamwork, reflecting your personal style and demonstrating what you've learned about being a great teammate and leader.
Information subject to change as instructors finalize course syllabi.
Course Syllabus
To view a sample syllabus, please contact your program specialist, or reach us at info@summerdiscovery.com or call +1 (516) 447-4907.
Admissions Criteria
An interest in sports and leadership is the key to success in this program! Additionally, your application criteria includes a completed Summer Discovery application.
Who Should Attend This Course?
Students interested in coaching, a sports career, or simply being a better teammate, this is a start to your successful future. This course will introduce you to fundamentals that will advance your understanding of leadership and help you determine whether a professional track in this area is right for you.
Benefits of Attending this Course
In addition to a university-level course experience, students will leave this course with portfolio-building documentation in recognition of their summer achievements, including:

Summer Discovery Certificate of Completion
After successfully finishing this course, you will be awarded a certification completion for your accomplishment.
*This is a preview, not what you will receive
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